My trucking journey after nearly 6yrs in the industry (2024)

In today’s video, I’ll be sharing with you guys why I chose to get in the trucking industry. I’ll also be discussing how I feel about trucking as a whole.
#truckdriver #trucking #cdl

[@jesusperez4964]

Thanks for sharing your experiences

[@ggnero573]

I just turned 26 and knocked out my first year of trucking with that being said I developed sciatica real bad.. I’m assuming from bad sitting posture. Last 5 months have been rough. Fellas take care of ya bodies..!

[@kenray767]

💯I hear you! Sysco ➡️ McLane ➡️ SAIA. Never move parallel always ⬆️

[@theuglytruth4303]

Have a exit plan is my advice for Truckers

[@zaid6142]

I don’t have an exit plan. Anyone have any ideas

[@johndoes5643]

​@@zaid6142 I agree im all 👂 's ?

[@sameersharma6352]

@@zaid6142I’m moving on to become a 310T. (Truck/trailer mechanic) more money, more skill, and a fixed schedule so I can finally have a life lmao..

[@longterminvestmentsonly4817]

When i started in trucking in 2007/2008 i came to trucking because it was the only career that wld hire a person with my background. With that being said, i saw accountants, bankers, salesman, army retirees, and etc come to trucking because trucking was the only industry hiring when we went through the great recession. Trucking is extremely stable, but the problem is that in 2008 the lease program was fairly new. So it was a few companies that offered it. Now everyone has found out how keep a driver by making them think they are owners. This is the only part of the trucking that is risky for an individual. Most individuals do not have the funds to even start a business Let alone have money for emergencies and breakdowns. So now i hear how rough and bad trucking is. This is a great career. But u definitely have to get out of debt and get a emergency fund together. But trucking is a great career. I been doing it 17 years, but ur right it can lead to a lot of issues especially with health and being overweight.

[@gdtimi]

Bro inspired me to get my CDL. Still in the process, But man I hope I'm making the right move because AI. Hopefully it doesn't take over LOL.

[@ronbrown8611]

What the hell AI going to do deliver the food? Back into he trucks c'mon man.

[@johnniejohnson8996]

Ant dropping that knowledge 💯

[@NicholasEstrada-tp8cj]

What's up ATV aren't you tired of answering those questions of why don't you leave Gordon, go do this , and now do that, hey if you are comfortable where you at, sometimes that doesn't mean the highest pay. You get up in the morning and you like what you doing, that's the only thing that matters in my book. ✌️

[@TayTheLocalTrucker]

What 💎 bro! On the road to success, sacrifices must be made whether that’s change of career or change of location like you said. Definitely agree with that and the knowledge on taking what you hear with a grain of salt, because most will just try to discourage you and knock your grind. Congrats on 6 yrs too bro, statistically truckers don’t make it last one…keep grinding brother 🫡

[@imanthonytv]

💯💪🏾

[@wilwohl12]

Currently at a local company as my first job after getting my CDL. It definitely checks all the boxes but know it’s not the forever job. It’s what is needed to gain more experience in order to have better/more doors to open once I get that experience. I’ve been at the current job for about 6mo and already have some of the companies that I applied for that originally said no to me due to lack of experience calling. Want to wait a little bit longer to gain maybe the full year experience so it’s better when I do start making the decision to apply. Regardless of the decision or not the best one made so far was getting my CDL. Definitely changed my life for the better already and clearly see that it can continue to change my life for the better.

[@mauriceevans6546]

Less than 2 years left for me and trucking. Going into home building full time. Will never get my new airplane driving trucks locally at 74000 yr

[@alexnunez1691]

Have you ever backed into a parked trailer attempting a 45° alley dock parking?

[@imanthonytv]

No

[@alexnunez1691]

Man, I'm in school now for my cdl. I'm about to take my test this week and had a great week, but then I tried backing in and bumped a parked trailer with mine. No severe damage was done, but man, did I feel like crap. Can't let it knock my confidence. Your videos are great, bro!! Extremely informative and genuine!

[@465wonder]

@@alexnunez1691keep your head up

[@imanthonytv]

I’m sure going forward that situation will play out in your mind but don’t let it kill your confidence. Use it as a reminder to be more attentive. Always remember the acronym G.O.A.L in trucking. Get out and look. Doing so can help you prevent accidents like this from occurring. It’s not the end of the world bro. Learn from it and move on. Good luck 👍🏾

[@alexnunez1691]

Thanks, fellas!!

[@BoBPrivateSecurity1]

are you able to drive around your area and find a CORE MARK driver and interview him

[@imanthonytv]

I see them occasionally but not too often. I might bump into a driver at some point and I’ll get some info.

[@shakoi.]

yo ant, im tryna get in contact with you fam. i need some help if possible

[@imanthonytv]

DM me on IG

[@shakoi.]

@@imanthonytv i did like 2 months ago, but i’ll dm you right now

[@imanthonytv]

@shakoi. What’s your handle?

[@shakoi.]

@@imanthonytv Coldvillains

[@kelvinramos233]

Have you thought about the trash industry great pay mon thru Fri, always overtime.

[@imanthonytv]

No, not interested.

[@dhwillo610]

Wats the trash industry? Driving for Waste management

[@kelvinramos233]

@@dhwillo610 yes